1.The results of cervical cancer early screening in women aged between 30-60 years, resident at the 4th khoroo of Bayangol district
Enkhtuvshin Ts ; Udaanjargal D ; Munkhtsetseg B ; Tuyajargal B
Diagnosis 2024;110(3):62-67
Introduction:
According to statistics from the World Health Organization, more than 19.2 million population were diagnosed with cancer in 2020, and 9.9 million population died from cancer. Furthermore, Mongolia leads the world in terms of cancer mortality. In Mongolia, 5981 new cancer incidences were registered in 2021, including cervical cancer, which accounts for 5.2 percent. The average incidence rate of cervical cancer is 19.1 cases per 100,000 females, and the mortality rate is 9.6 cases per 100,000 females, which is high in the region. As of 2021, 68,163 females have undergone early screening of cervical cancer. This represents 28.6 percent of eligible women. It can be seen that the rate of early screening of cervical cancer is low. Thus, it is essential to increase the percentage of early screening by providing knowledge regarding cervical cancer in women.
Purpose:
The study is aimed to screen the women for cervical cancer and make a conclusion among women, living in the 4th khoroo of Bayangol district.
Material and method:
The study was conducted using an analytical cross sectional design. A total of 100 women aged between 30 and 60 years of the 4th khoroo of Bayangol District were randomly chosen, cervical Pap tests were performed, and STATA13 software was used for statistical analysis.
Result:
- Out of a total of 100 females participating in the study, 79% were married, 24.9% had an abortion, 82% do not use contraception, and 17% were post menopausal.
- 80% of the women who participated in the study had a healthy cervical cytology or no tumor cells, while 62% had vaginitis (coccobacillus 71%).
Conclusion
Cervical pap smear results that are healthy or not precancerous indicate good coverage.
2.The effectiveness of occupational therapy for Children with Developmental Disabilities: A case study
Bulganchimeg S ; Myendigul B ; Tuyajargal T ; Tungalag G ; Khongorzul Ts ; Erdenetsetseg M
Mongolian Journal of Health Sciences 2025;87(3):116-122
Background:
Children with developmental disabilities benefit from
support in motor skills, sensory processing, cognitive development, and
social skills. Mongolia has trained occupational therapists for a decade,
with 37% specializing in pediatrics, but long-term therapy facilities remain
limited.
Aim:
This study provides a case report on a child with
developmental disabilities who received occupational therapy to evaluate
improvements in sensory processing, social communication, and
daily living skills.
Materials and Methods:
The study participants were
purposively selected from children undergoing occupational therapy at
the “Enerel” Child Development Center. Participant A is a 16-year-old
male with hearing and speech impairments, as well as an intellectual
disability. The initial assessment showed poor sensory processing and
behavioral problems and communication difficulties. A tailored program
incorporating sensory-based therapies, communication cards, and sign
language was developed with caregiver collaboration. Occupational
therapy was conducted five times weekly for 11 weeks. Pre and post
test assessments included goal attainment scaling (GAS) and Sensory
profile 2 (Child).
Results:
The participant showed improved communication
using cards and sign language, better emotional regulation,
enhanced sensory processing, and reduced hyperactivity to external
stimuli. Goal Achievement (GAS) +2, meaning the goal was achieved
better than expected and positive changes were found on the Sensory
profile 2, with large effect sizes.
Conclusion
The study found that sensory-
based occupational therapy and sign language training improved
occupational performance and goal achievement in children with sensory,
behavioral, and communication difficulties.